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IVCA says Budget 2026 will boost Ireland as centre for cutting edge R&D

7 October 2025

News Release IVCA says Budget 2026 will boost Ireland as centre for cutting edge R&D Dublin; Tuesday, 7th October, 2025: The Irish Venture Capital and Private Equity Association (IVCA)…

Ireland can “unlock €1-€2 billion to boost Irish SMEs”

15 September 2025

IVCA pre-budget submission recommends policies to release private capital Dublin, Monday, 15th September, 2025: Ireland has the potential to unlock €1- 2 billion of institutional capital to boost…

Venture capital funding falls to lowest level in ten years

7 September 2025

IVCA says data is “warning sign” for Ireland Dublin: Sunday, 7th September, 2025: Venture capital funding into Irish SMEs in the second quarter fell to its lowest level in ten years,…

Caroline Gaynor named as chairperson of Irish Venture Capital Association

20 August 2025

News Release Caroline Gaynor named as chairperson of Irish Venture Capital Association Speculation on tariffs emphasises Ireland’s “over reliance on FDI manufacturing” Dublin; Wednesday, 20th August, 2025: Caroline Gaynor has been elected…

IVCA reports record €1.48 billion VC investment into Irish SMEs in 2024

16 February 2025

Record fourth quarter venture capital reaches €535m Association bullish on AI despite recent Nasdaq sell offs “Choppy” environment for SMEs looking to raise under €5m Dublin, Sunday 16th February, 2025:…

Venture capital funding into Irish tech SMEs reaches €192m in third quarter

17 November 2024

Venture capital funding into Irish tech SMEs reaches €192m in third quarter – just 1% up on last year – Incoming administration in White House “emphasises need to fund our…